Vermeiren V300 DL, Instruction Manual

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V300DL
2016-03
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2.5 Mounting or removing of the footrests
The mounting of the footrests is done as follows:
1. Hold the footrest sideways at the outside of the
wheelchairs frame and mount the tube hood

into the frame.
2. Swing the footrest inwards till it clicks in
position.
3. Swing the foot plate downwards.
To take off the footrests:
1. Pull lever

.
2. Swing the footrest to the outside of the
wheelchair till it comes loose from the guidance.
3. Pull the footrest from tube hood

.
2.6 Operating the brakes
L WARNING:
The brakes are not used to slow down the wheelchair during
movements – Use the brake only to prevent the wheelchair from unintended
movements.
L WARNING:
Good operation of the brakes is influenced by wear and
contamination of the tires (water, oil, mud, …) – Check the condition of the tires
before each use.
L WARNING:
The brakes are adjustable and can wear – Check the operation of the
brakes before each use.
To reduce the braking force
it is possible to extend the
brake lever (Fig B).
To apply the brakes (Fig A):
1. Push the brake levers

forward till you feel a distinctive click.
L CAUTION:
Risk of unintended movement – Make sure the wheelchair is on a flat
horizontal surface before releasing the brakes. Never release both brakes
simultaneously.
To release the brakes:
1. Release one brake by pulling the lever

backwards.
2. Hold the hand-rim of the released wheel with your hand.
3. Release the second brake by pulling the lever

backwards.
Fig. A
Fig. B